A Bosch washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch washers and other brands.
Who Works on Bosch Washers Near Rochester
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rochester. 14 of them are based in Rochester itself, and other nearby bases include Fairport (2), Bloomfield (2), and Clifton Springs (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Rochester mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Duffys AIS, around 1.5 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
At the top of the Rochester list: Register Appliance Service (7.7 miles away, based in East Rochester, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (1.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Bosch sells front-load washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Bosch Washer Lines and Features
What a Bosch Washer Technician Deals With
New Bosch washers ship with transit bolts that protect the machine during shipping, and these must be removed before the machine is used. Source: Bosch - Washing machine transport lock
The door must latch fully before a cycle runs, and Bosch reports an unlatched door with codes E16, E34, F16 or F34. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
Common Bosch Washer Problems
- Washer shaking or making loud noise. Bosch says to redistribute the load, make sure the washer is level, and confirm it stands on a stable surface. Source: Bosch - Why is My Bosch Washing Machine Making Loud Noises?
- Washer off balance. For an unbalanced-load code, Bosch says to mix large and small items and close the zippers and buttons on duvet and pillow covers. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes
What Bosch Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E:30 / -80 | Drain problem, such as a clogged pump, hose or drain pipe, a kinked hose, a drain hose mounted too high, or a loose pump cap. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E33 / F33 | Washer has detected too much detergent foam. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
| E:00 / -18 | Drain pump is blocked; clear the drain hose or pipe and clean the pump. Source: Bosch - Washer Error Codes |
Bosch Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Washers
- Cut back on detergent for lightly soiled loads, since too much detergent causes over-sudsing and can push water out of the dispenser drawer. Source: Bosch - Why is my Bosch Washing Machine Leaking? How to Troubleshoot
- Wipe the rubber door seal with a soft damp cloth, and avoid harsh scrubbing agents and chlorine-based cleaners, which can break down the rubber. Source: Bosch - Cleaning Washing Machine Seal
Bosch Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Bosch washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Rochester
Most washer calls in Rochester come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Rochester
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair Bosch washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Bosch Washer Repair FAQs: Rochester, NY
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Bosch?
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Write down any error code your Bosch washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Rochester technician bring the right parts.